Utility Service Worker II

City of Stuart; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Stuart is seeking a dedicated utility maintenance worker to install, maintain and repair sewer and water systems, including grinders, mains and valve boxes. The position requires excavation work, operating heavy equipment, and routine inspections of lines and manholes. Strong safety awareness is essential.

The role involves locating breaks, clearing blockages, and performing general upkeep. A Florida CDL Class B with tanker endorsement must be obtained within 12 months of employment,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain Florida CDL Class B with tanker endorsement within 12 months of employment.
• Possession of a Class C Wastewater Collections Technician Certification through the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs sewage grinder stations and services, water and wastewater mains, services and valve boxes; excavates trenches for force and gravity main placement, installation and repair.
• Assists in locating breaks in utility lines so as to effect repair; checks manholes, force mains, and gravity mains for blockages, jets, cleans, and TV's sewer lines, and manholes.
• Assists in repair and replacement of water and sewer lines; assists in the inspection of sewer lines for defects.
• Operates various motor vehicles, heavy equipment, to transport personnel and supplies to work site.
• Performs general grounds and non-skilled level facilities maintenance and cleaning.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Florida CDL Class B with tanker endorsement within 12 months

Class C Wastewater Collections Technician Certification (Desirable)

Job description

Under the supervision of the Team Leader II or Field Services Manager, performs installation and maintenance of the municipal low pressure sewer, wastewater collection and water distribution systems. Employees in this class are engaged in the construction and repair of low pressure sewer grinders, water and wastewater mains and attendant devices. Work includes connection of fittings, excavation for the installation of lines, placement, removal and minor repair to water meters and the testing of water pressure as required. Duties involve exposure to unsanitary wastes and occasional adverse weather conditions. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring screening for illegal substance and alcohol use. Work is reviewed through observation and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Installs, maintains, and repairs sewage grinder stations and services, water and wastewater mains, services and valve boxes; excavates trenches for force and gravity main placement, installation and repair.

Assists in locating breaks in utility lines so as to effect repair; checks manholes, force mains, and gravity mains for blockages, jets, cleans, and TV's sewer lines, and manholes.

Assists in repair and replacement of water and sewer lines; assists in the inspection of sewer lines for defects.

Operates various motor vehicles, heavy equipment, to transport personnel and supplies to work site.

Performs general grounds and non-skilled level facilities maintenance and cleaning.

NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Must be able to obtain a Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class "B" with tanker endorsement within 12 months of employment. Possession of a Class C Wastewater Collections Technician Certification through the Florida Water & Pollution Control Operators Association is desirable.

This position is considered “Mission Critical” (aka “Essential”) and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace. All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.

The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP